 All students receive twelve (12) reference books; 7 hardcover and 5 online books. Also included is a heavy duty foot pedal. These are the basis of the medical library you will need when employed.
Medical Coding and Medical Billing materials are described on the training page for each.
1 Anatomy and Physiology
Description:
The Body as a Whole (Cells, Tissues, Glands, Skin)
Movement and Support (Bones, Joints, and Muscles)
Coordination and Control (Nervous and Endocrine Systems)
Circulation and Body Defense (Blood, Heart, and Lymph Systems)
Supply and Use (Respiration, Digestion, and Urinary Systems; Metabolism and Nutrition)
Perpetuation of Life (Male and Female Reproductive Systems)
2 Medical Terminology
Description:
This market-leading text helps readers understand and learn complex medical terms by dividing them into their component parts, clearly explaining the meanings of these terms in the context of how the body works in health and disease. Terminology and complex medical processes are described in an easy-to-understand manner that is readily accessible to learners of all levels. This book brings medical terms to life with a text/workbook format organized by body systems, offering additional chapters on specific key areas of health care, such as cancer and psychiatry. Anatomy and physiology sections are generously illustrated in full color and reinforced with exercises on combining forms and word parts.
3 Understanding Pharmacology
Description:
This introductory text helps students in health professions understand pharmacology. From the history of drugs to current drugs for every body system, it covers everything students will need to know. A comprehensive glossary - index with drug dosages and drug name pronunciation is also provided.
4 H&P: A Nonphysician's Guide to History and Physical
Description:
An invaluable textbook and desk reference that explains the history and physical report step by step, demystifying the elusive language of physicians. It aids both novice and experienced transcriptionists in deciphering difficult dictation and can be used as a study aid for credentialing exams. It is essential for anyone handling or interpreting healthcare records--in the classroom or on the job. Each chapter contains comprehensive exercises that build vocabulary, increase understanding of medical concepts, and develop decision-making skills, with an emphasis on critical thinking.
Features include:
- Separate chapters for each step of the history and physical exam
- Hundreds of excerpts from authentic H&P reports
- Comprehensive exercises with emphasis on critical thinking skills
- Answer keys to objective exercises
- Relevant words and phrases listed alphabetically in For Quick Reference sidebars
- Medical jargon discussed and defined along with formal terminology
- A glossary of words and phrases not found in standard references
- Photos and anatomical drawings throughout the text
- Activities and approaches for different learning styles
Unique exercise types appear throughout the workbook to enhance learning:
- Review and Summarize
- Pause and Reflect
- Relate and Remember
- Collaborate and Share
- Generalize and Apply
- Explain and Learn
- Compare and Contrast
- Extrapolate and Project.
5 Human Diseases
Description:
In workbook format, contains the latest information on the diseases most commonly encountered in dictation, including causes, symptoms, diagnostic tests, diagnoses, and treatment regimens. A clear writing style and systematic, self-contained topical organization make Human Diseases an ideal and easy-to-use desk reference on diseases.
Students, teachers, and anyone preparing for credentialing exams will appreciate the enhanced exercise section, including review questions and suggestions for varied and interesting learning activities.
6 Laboratory Tests & Diagnostic Procedures
Description:
Written in workbook format especially for medical transcriptionists. It offers hard-to-find information on laboratory tests and special diagnostic examinations so vital in modern medical practice. Chapter outlines, learning objectives, labeled illustrations, special interest boxes on historical notes, a glossary, and a comprehensive index hold special appeal for students, teachers, and those preparing for credentialing exams. An enhanced exercise section at the end of each chapter, which includes "Activities for Application and Further Study," will help students consolidate important points of information.
Other features include illustrations, historical sidelights, a glossary, an index, and reference values.
Sample chapters include:
Physical Measurements
- Anthropometry, Musculoskeletal Measurements, Clinical Pelvimetry
- Vision and Hearing Measurements
- Temperature, Rates, Pressures, and Volume
Electrodiagnostics
- Electroencephalography, Electromyography, & Related Tests
- Electrocardiography
Clinical Pathology
- Hematology, Coagulation, and Blood Typing
- Blood Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Immunology
- Molecular Biology
- Urine, Stool, and Other Fluids & Materials
Medical Imaging
- Plain Radiography
- Contrast Radiography
- Computed Tomography
- Ultrasonography
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Nuclear Imaging
Anatomic Pathology
- Normal Anatomy and Histology
- Procedures and Practices
- Pathologic Change and Diagnosis
Endoscopy
- Visual Examinations of Eyes, Ears, Nose & Respiratory Tract
- Examination of the Digestive Tract & Genitourinary System
- Endoscopic Examinations Requiring Incisions
7 The Medical Transcription Workbook
Description:
This Workbook is loaded with reading and exercises in the following subject areas:
- Professional Issues
- Style & Usage
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Medical Terminology
- Surgery
- Pathophysiology
- Laboratory
- Pharmacology
This second edition has been thoroughly revised and updated for the express purpose of helping both student and practitioner identify, learn, and assess their knowledge of medicine and professional issues. This edition includes the following:
- The Professional Issues section with articles on the healthcare record, HIPAA and confidentiality, interpretation and editing of dictation, risk management, quality assurance, electronic resources, health in the workplace, and professionalism.
- Expanded Style and Usage quick reference section, arranged alphabetically by topic, with hundreds of examples.
- Medical science exercises in six subject areas: Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Pathophysiology, Surgery, Laboratory, and Pharmacology.
The reading and exercises facilitate the preparation, taking, and passing of medical transcription employment and credentialing examinations. The workbook is ideal for study groups and for supplementing textbooks in medical transcription.
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